THE SCILLY ISLES ( the Regional Books Series )

Vyvyan, C. C.

Published by Robert Hale, London, 1954

About this Item

Excellent account of the History, Folk-Lore, Wild Life, Industry & People with Descriptions of the Scilly Land and Seascapes by renowned author, Lady Vyvyan, who shares her intimate Knowledge of the Scilly Isles. Illustrated with B&W Photos. SIGNED by the author "C. C. Vyvyan" on ther Title Page. 9 members of the Dorrien-Smith family have also signed the ffep. 4 are named by C.C. Vyvyan in her acknowledgements including Gwen Dorrien-Smith for her knowledge of the Scilly Wild Flowers. This copy was their gift to Miss Dorothy Daniell. Red cloth cover with Gilt Lettering on spine and Cornucopia design on front. 243 Pages, 480g, 8 3/4" Tall. Patchy fading to cloth on front and back. No inscriptions apart from the signatures mentioned. Jacket has some edge wear, a few nicks and 5 small closed edge tears (repaired from inside with clear tape. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Seller Inventory # 017555

Bibliographic Details

• Title: THE SCILLY ISLES ( the Regional Books Series )
• Publisher: Robert Hale, London
• Publication Date: 1954
• Binding: Cloth
• Edition: First Edition.
• Condition: Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Good
• Signed: Signed by Author(s)
• Seller catalogs:
  • Travel
  • Cornish Interest
  • History